After the critical and commercial success of 2001's "Gozo Poderoso", which landed Aterciopelados on the Top 10 of the Billboard Top Latin Albums Sales chart as well as a coveted appearance on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Echeverri took time off for the birth of her first child Milagros, who has proven to be a new point of artistic inspiration. The result is the self-titled album Andrea Echeverri, Andreas first solo release. The disc was produced by Hector Buitrago from Aterciopelados and mixed by Thom Russo (Juanes, Kinky, Johnny Cash), and also features a remix from Richard Blair (Sidestepper).
On "A Eme O", the albums upbeat first single, Echeverri observes the bond between mother and daughter as Milagros cries late at night. "Some songs are written for Milagros, but they sound like they're written for a lover," said Echeverri. Going ever further, she satirizes the highly sexualized lyrics of the Colombian genre called champeta, naming one of the albums tracks Lactochampeta. Its kind of a joke, because it has explicit lyrics about lactating.
After a recent series of successful tour dates (including headlining the Latin Alternative Music Conferences Women Who Rock concert in front of 10,000 people at the Santa Monica Pier, as well as the recent La Banda Elastica Magazine Awards), Andrea Echeverri looks forward to spending additional time visiting U.S. markets this spring in support of her new album on Nacional Records. With a backing band featuring members of Aterciopelados, longtime fans of the group can also look forward to new interpretations of Aterciopelados classics.
Alegria
Andrea Echeverri Lyrics
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Mamacita tierra
Bisabuela luna
Abuelitas piedras
Colores mis días
Dejo mis alegrías
Dibujo mis encantamientos
Esculpo mis mejores pensamientos
A todo color
Buena energía
Devoción por la alegría
En paz estarás con el cielo y las estrellas con el mundo y sus cosas bellas el oropel y sus querellas
Se alejaran sin dejar huellas
El oropel y sus querellas
Se alejaran sin dejar huella
Hermanito sol
Primas estrellas
Sobrinita agua
Tus arenas
Colores mis días dejo mis alegrías
Dibujo mis encantamientos esculpo mis mejores pensamientos
Luz y Amor a todo color
Buena energía
Devoción por la alegría
En paz estaras con el cielo y las estrellas con el mundo y sus cosas bellas el oropel y sus querellas se alejara sin dejar huella
El oropel y sus querellas se alejara sin dejar huellas
Corazón de hielo
Mis ojos las nubes
Mi boca es el cielo
Mi dolor las surbes
Hay mi dolor las surbes
Andrea Echeverri's song Alegria is a celebration of life and nature, with a focus on finding joy in simple things. The lyrics begin with a call-out to "Papacito Dios" (little daddy God) and "Mamacita tierra" (little mother earth), acknowledging the spiritual and physical aspects of the world around us. The next lines nod to the ancestral connections we have with our past and the natural world, with "Bisabuela luna" (great-grandmother moon) and "Abuelitas piedras" (grandmother rocks).
Throughout the song, the lyrics describe the colors of the world and how they bring joy ("Colores mis días, Dejo mis alegrías"), with the singer using art and creativity to capture and enhance their personal experiences ("Dibujo mis encantamientos, Esculpo mis mejores pensamientos"). The verses also remind us that good energy and devotion to happiness can bring peace and harmony ("Luz y Amor, A todo color, Buena energía, Devoción por la alegría"). The chorus repeats the phrase "En paz estarás" (you will be at peace), reminding us that living in balance and appreciating the beauty of the world around us can bring us contentment.
Overall, Alegria is a song that encourages a deep appreciation for the natural world and celebrates the simple joys of life. It reminds us to be present, to find beauty in every moment, and to live with love, joy, and good energy.
Line by Line Meaning
Papacito Dios
Addressing the Heavenly Father with reverence and respect.
Mamacita tierra
Referring to the Earth as Mother Nature, who provides us with all that we need.
Bisabuela luna
Addressing the Moon as a wise and experienced ancestor who has witnessed the cycles of life.
Abuelitas piedras
Referring to rocks and stones as grandmothers who embody the strength and stability of the earth.
Colores mis días
Colors bring joy and vibrancy to life. It is what makes every day feel unique.
Dejo mis alegrías
By letting go of our joys, we make room for new ones to come in.
Dibujo mis encantamientos
Drawing is a way to manifest our desires and put our dreams into action.
Esculpo mis mejores pensamientos
Sculpting allows us to shape our ideas and give them form.
Luz y Amor
Light and love are forces that guide us towards happiness and fulfillment.
A todo color
Life is full of color, and we should embrace it in all its forms.
Buena energía
Positive energy brings good things into our lives and attracts abundance.
Devoción por la alegría
Be devoted to finding joy in life and making it a priority.
En paz estarás con el cielo y las estrellas con el mundo y sus cosas bellas el oropel y sus querellas
Se alejaran sin dejar huellas
If we are at peace with ourselves and the world around us, we don't need to worry about material things or petty arguments. They will dissipate without causing any harm.
Hermanito sol
The sun is seen as a sibling who brings warmth and light to the world.
Primas estrellas
The stars are like cousins, who twinkle and shine.
Sobrinita agua
Water is like a niece who is ever-changing and always adapting.
Tus arenas
The sand is associated with the cycle of life and the passage of time.
Corazón de hielo
A cold heart can be a painful and lonely place.
Mis ojos las nubes
Looking up at the sky and clouds can bring a sense of wonder and reflection.
Mi boca es el cielo
Speaking positively and truthfully can impact the world around us.
Mi dolor las surbes
Acknowledging our pain and grief is necessary in order to heal and move forward.
Contributed by Makayla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bluesdav Lac
"Luz y amor a todo color, buena energía, devoción por la alegría.
En paz estarás con el cielo y las estrellas, con el mundo y sus cosas bellas.
El oropel y sus querellas se alejaran sin dejar huella" Es un poema de amor.
AY CH
Es muy linda esta canción 💝
Tejiendo Raíces Oficial
excelente mensaje Andrea un abrazo de parte de nuestro grupo tejiendo raices
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Gracias Andrea por tu Arte!
Sol Rodríguez
ABSOLUTAMENTE VIBRACIONES POSITIVAS
DIANA QUIROGA
Por qué hasta hoy escucho esta maravilla